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Friday, March 28, 2008

Dunga hails Ando swagger

Brazil coach Dunga saluted the mental fortitude of Anderson, after the United midfielder's midweek display against Sweden at the Emirates Stadium.

The 19-year-old was roundly jeered by Arsenal fans after entering the match as a second half substitute, but shrugged off their catcalls to turn in an eye-catching display.

"Because he plays with Manchester United there is some feeling there, but it is not because of the football that he played," said Dunga.

"He showed his personality. He showed that his characteristics are strong. If he didn't rise to the challenge then it would be a problem for him."

A solitary goal from fellow substitute Alexandre Pato was enough to give Brazil a 1-0 victory over the Swedes.

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